Crap Towns / Ashford / Banks
How many banks has Ashford lost?
Since 2022, banks have announced 1 branch closure in Ashford: 1.2 per 100,000 people, 65% lower than the typical town's 3.4. It was Halifax, announced in 2026. LINK has also assessed 1 cash machine closure here since October 2024.
| Bank | Branches | Listed |
|---|---|---|
| Halifax | 1 | 2026 |
| Town | Distance | Branch closures per 100,000 people |
|---|---|---|
| Tenterden | 14.8 km | 12.9 |
| Faversham | 19.1 km | 4.8 |
| Folkestone | 19.1 km | 3.8 |
| Sittingbourne | 24.7 km | 3.7 |
| Canterbury | 21.0 km | 1.8 |
| Ashford | – | 1.2 |
| Hythe | 16.0 km | 0.0 |
| The typical town | – | 3.4 |